Sports Almighty King

Chapter 222 Had to adapt to the new style of play

D'Antoni, who was standing on the sidelines directing the game, did not call a timeout.

Because he firmly believes that under the leadership of Harden and Paul, the Rockets should be able to adjust their state and bring the score back little by little.

In the stands, Li Nan and Liu Peng were discussing.

"Harden's hand feeling is a bit sluggish! It's already been three straight at the beginning, and Paul seems to be out of shape." Liu Peng said.

"At this time, I think Harden should change his playing style. He should rush to the basket more resolutely. Only in this way can he create fouls and cause chaos in the opponent's inside. However, so far, Harden has played more cautiously. , he didn’t make a decisive breakthrough." Li Nan said.

"It may also be that they are really tired. After all, the Rockets already have a three-game streak, and the long-distance travel, coupled with two consecutive intense games with short intervals, has exhausted their physical strength." Liu Peng said.

"The Rockets should also lose a game and adjust their status. They have achieved the longest 5-game winning streak in the season. It doesn't matter if they lose a game." Li Nan said.

"But the competition in the Western Conference is very fierce this season. Winning or losing every game can change the ranking. It is estimated that if the Rockets can win, they will never be willing to lose. I think the game is not good. D'Antoni probably waits a little longer. If there is no improvement, a timeout will be called and the lineup will be changed. After all, in the previous few games, Wang Fei led the substitutes to play well." Liu Peng said.

"You are right. What I am concerned about now is whether the Rockets will let Wang Fei and Zhou Qi play together again. In the last game, Zhou Qi's ability to eat cakes and score was quite good. This If the two young men can get along well in the Rockets, it will be of great help to our national team." Li Nan said.

***The family is also talking about this game now.

"I really can't figure it out. Why did the Rockets let Wang Fei play as a substitute? Wang Fei is now the Rockets' top scorer!" Maria *** said with a small mouth.

*** smiled and said: "Maria, don't you read the news? Wang Fei himself wants to continue to play as a substitute. Wang Fei thinks that he will have more chances to shoot when he is a substitute. This is also a kind of personal Choose. If Wang Fei can participate in the All-Star game as a substitute, I think that would be really interesting."

Maria said: "But, Dad, I think this is very unfair. In the history of the NBA, there has never been a superstar with an average of 40+ points per game who has always been on the bench. Now, the Rockets should establish that Wang Fei is on the ball. The leadership position in the team. That is the best for the Rockets! The era of Harden is over. I just want to watch Wang Fei play, if it is not for Wang Fei, I will not go to the scene to watch the game."

"Soon, I think, maybe D'Antoni will make changes soon. The current Rockets are indeed playing a little passively." *** said.

The ex-president's wife Michelle said at this time: "Barack, I think the boys from the Wizards are playing well. They are all very talented boys. Watching a Chinese play in the NBA, say Really, I'm still a little uncomfortable. The NBA has always been dominated by blacks! I don't think Wang's playing can change the unfavorable situation on the Rockets' court."

*** glanced at his wife, smiled and said: "Your idea is not right. The NBA can develop to this point because of tolerance and openness. Talented young people from all over the world can play in this league. Then, The NBA can thrive like it is now. I am optimistic that Wang can still play a good role in this game."

"I'm a fan of John. I think that John is no worse than Wang Fei. John can definitely suppress Wang Fei in this game." Michelle said.

"Really? Michelle, are you sure you really think so?" *** raised her eyebrows.

"I'm sure. Look! What a great start John is playing! God! He hit another 3! He's almost at 10. John's hands are so hot." Michelle said while watching the game on the court.

On the court, facing Chris Paul's defense, John Wall stepped back and hit a three-pointer against Paul.

At this time, the Wizards had already led the Rockets by 4 points 18:5 in just over 13 minutes of the opening.

D'Antoni finally couldn't bear it anymore.

He immediately called a timeout.

The game is suspended.

On the court, John Wall was in high spirits. He and his teammates celebrated by high-fiving and walked to the Wizards bench.

The big screen at home of the Wizards also gave John Wall a close-up.

Fans in the stands cheered Wall's name.

At this moment, Wall felt like a superhero.

Entering the league as the No. [-] pick, John Wall has played in the league for eight years.However, he received very little attention.

He thinks this is very unfair!

John Wall walked to the sidelines, took the towel handed over by the substitute player, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and sat in his seat.

Wizards coach. Scott Brooks is also very happy.

"John, you did a good job! This game needs your performance! Look! Paul is completely suppressed by you." Brooks said happily.

"Mr. Brooks, I will continue to work hard! In this game, the Rockets must be eliminated! Our home court absolutely does not allow any accidents to happen! I think I can do better!" John Wall said shaking his head .

Scott Brooks smiled and nodded and said: "Next, the Rockets are likely to change their formation. Perhaps, they will send Wang Fei to play early. John, the next step is really up to you. .”

"Don't worry! I will defend Wang Fei to death, and I will definitely not let him score a goal!" John Wall said.

Rockets over there.

D'Antoni pointed out several shortcomings of his team's main players on the court.

Then, he said: "Next, I will let Wang play, Chris, you take a break on the sidelines, it will be good for protecting your health!"

Wang Fei was taken aback when he heard this.

Is this to allow myself to appear on the stage with the main players?
Moreover, D'Antoni still let himself play the position of point guard.

Chris Paul's face suddenly darkened.

D'Antoni's substitution obviously gave people the feeling that he was not satisfied with Chris Paul's state on the court.

D'Antoni nodded to Chris Paul, then he looked at Wang Fei and said, "Wang, you cooperate with Harden. I think we need you to help the team open up. After you play, the distribution of the ball will be complete." It’s up to you to decide, I believe you can handle this problem well. In terms of play, Harden is responsible for breaking inside, while you wait outside to score the ball, do you agree?”

This style of play is actually based on Harden.

Nominally, Wang Fei distributes the ball. When it comes to the frontcourt, Wang Fei still has to hand over the ball to Harden.

Harden came to make sudden points, and Wang Fei actually became a pure pitcher at this time.

Indifferently, this is also a sign of respect for Harden.

After all, Harden is still the leader of this team.

However, Wang Fei did not make any distinctions.

"Okay!" Wang Fei agreed.

What can he do but obey?Want more ball rights with D'Antoni?
This is a challenge to the power of the head coach.

Wang Fei didn't think that he could challenge D'Antoni's authority now.

Pause ends.

Wang Fei, Harden and others walked back to the field.

This substitution caused an uproar among some people.

"God, am I not mistaken? The Rockets only replaced Chris Paul?" *** whispered.

"Haha! Let me just say it! Chris's organizational skills are really incomparable to Wang Fei's. Wang Fei should have become the main point guard of this team." Maria exclaimed a little excitedly.

*** shook his head, glanced at his daughter and said: "Maria, if Wang Fei and Harden are on the same field, I think the Rockets' style of play must still revolve around Harden. Then, Wang Fei's right to shoot It will definitely be severely restricted. This is not a good sign. Let’s see how Wang Fei handles this situation.”

Seeing D'Antoni's substitution, Li Nan also frowned: "Let Wang Fei play the main point guard?"

"It's not bad if the ball is completely handed over to Wang Fei." Liu Peng said with a smile.

"That's unrealistic. Give Wang Fei the ball completely, can Harden play completely off the ball? If Harden doesn't have the ball, the threat will be reduced a lot. D'Antoni will definitely let Harden continue to be the offensive engine! And Wang Fei If Fei brings the ball to the front court, Harden will take over Wang Fei's command of the front court. We can only see how the effect of this style of play is. Anyway, I am not very optimistic about it." Li Nan said.

The game started.

The Rockets serve the baseline.

This is a rule of the NBA.In the first 46 minutes of the game, if the opponent scores a goal, then the baseline kick will continue according to the rules.

At the last moment of the game, the sideline kick will be served after the timeout.

Wang Fei received Harden's baseline pass, then dribbled forward, and John Wall immediately came over to defend.

John Wall's defense was very aggressive. He approached Wang Fei, stretched his arms forward, and made a posture of stealing at any time.

This is to put the greatest pressure on Wang Fei.

Under fierce pressing, if the dribbling skills are not good enough, it is easy to be in a hurry and cause mistakes and lose the ball.

At this point, Wall is very sophisticated.

When Wang Fei saw that the opponent was going to give him a blow, he immediately began to speed up the frequency of dribbling.

"Crack, crack!"

With two feints, Wang Fei threw Wall behind him.

John Wall was very annoyed.

He thought that Wang Fei would make a mistake under his strong pressure. He didn't expect that the opponent dribbled the ball so fast.

Wang Fei quickly reached the frontcourt with the ball.

Harden immediately came over to respond.

Wang Fei passed the ball to Harden.Harden dribbled the ball twice, and under Wang Fei's pick-and-roll, he directly threw Bradley Beal behind him.

At this moment, Harden also showed his fighting spirit.

He didn't want his performance to be compared by Wang Fei again.

Harden rushed in.

Wang Fei began to move quickly.

John Wall, on the other hand, tried his best to prevent Wang Fei from receiving Harden's pass.

Harden's breakthrough is also very sharp.

However, Harden was immediately guarded by Trevor Ariza.

Harden watched Trevor Ariza defend, he dribbled the ball and took two high-frequency shots, a shot fake made Trevor Ariza shake, and then, with a time lag, he pulled up and shot.

Wang Fei glanced at it, and his ball track prediction talent told him that Harden's shot seemed to have a good arc, but it still bounced out of the frame.

Wang Fei suddenly accelerated, threw away John Wall, and rushed towards a certain position under the basket.

At the moment, the basket is already in chaos, and Capela is trying his best to get rid of Ariza and Otto Porter for rebounds.

Players from both sides got entangled.

Under the basket, there is actually no gap.

But Wang Fei was small and thin, and he was like a slippery fish as he quickly shuttled through the crowd.

"Oh!"

The ball pops out.

Wang Fei shot like lightning, and before Otto Porter's hand touched the basketball, he caught the ball in his hands.

Offensive rebounds!

(End of this chapter)